Kempinski Hotels has named Frank Veenstra as Chief Development Officer, a move that underscores the group's ambitions to accelerate its push into the ultra-luxury hospitality segment.
Long-time company leader Kelly Haager has been promoted to Vice President, Sales at OTO Development.
Grand Hyatt Baha Mar-the luxury, family-friendly resort located along Cable Beach on the picturesque island of New Providence, The Bahamas-is proud to announce the appointment of Chris Watson as Director of Sales & Marketing. Bringing a distinguished career in hospitality sales, including more than 20 years of leadership experience with Hyatt Hotels, Chris officially joined the Grand Hyatt Baha Mar team on September 2, 2025.
InterContinental Abu Dhabi Hotel & Residences has appointed Erika Anggreini as cluster assistant director of marketing, where she will shape the strategic marketing direction for both the iconic InterContinental Abu Dhabi and the InterContinental Residences Abu Dhabi.
Bab Al Qasr Hotel and Residences has announced the appointment of Naureen Youssef as director of marketing. Youssef joins the Arabian hospitality landmark with more than a decade of experience across international hotel brands.
The Ned Doha has bolstered its leadership ranks with a senior hire in its commercial team. Raja Ben Naceur joins as director of marketing & communications. The appointment reinforces the property's focus on strengthening market presence and elevating its positioning as one of Doha's most distinctive hospitality destinations.
The Ned Doha has bolstered its leadership ranks with a senior hire in its commercial team. Abdullah Al Atari has been named director of sales & marketing. The appointment reinforces the property's focus on strengthening market presence and elevating its positioning as one of Doha's most distinctive hospitality destinations.
Raffles Jeddah has appointed Azzah Al Ghamdi as public relations and communications manager as the hotel prepares for its pre-opening phase.
Banyan Tree Mayakoba, a sanctuary for the senses nestled in the heart of Mexico's Riviera, proudly announces the appointment of Vilma Campos as the property's new Director of Sales & Marketing. Campos brings over twenty years of marketing expertise, sales acumen and people-first leadership experience to Banyan Tree Mayakoba.
PM Hotel Group, a leading hotel management company with a growing national portfolio of core-branded and lifestyle properties, today announced the appointment of Evan Morick as Senior Vice President of Development. In this role, Morick will help lead the company's continued growth through third-party management contracts and strategic partnerships with owners.
Thompson Miami Beach, scheduled to open in Fall 2025 on Washington Avenue near the oceanfront and key South Beach landmarks, has appointed Mariana Hauri as senior sales manager for group business. Hauri joins the hotel's opening team with a remit to secure group and corporate events and to help position the property as a premier destination for sophisticated gatherings.
Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, A Hilton Resort & Spa, and Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach, both operated by Davidson Hotels, are pleased to announce a senior leadership appointment: Tamer Kelliny has joined as Area Director of Revenue Management.
Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, A Hilton Resort & Spa, and Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach, both operated by Davidson Hotels, are pleased to announce a senior leadership appointment: Lindsay Mistretta as Area Director of Sales & Marketing.
La Bahia Hotel & Spa, which is set to be Santa Cruz's most luxurious hospitality offering, is excited to announce the appointment of Travis Kilway as Director of Revenue Management. Opening in early September, La Bahia Hotel & Spa has been preparing and growing a dynamic team of industry leaders and experts, and Travis is the newest addition to the excellent team.
Bairro Alto Hotel is pleased to announce the appointment of Diana Soeiro as Director of Sales & Marketing, effective 25 August 2025 — a strategic addition that strengthens the hotel's commitment to a robust, forward-thinking, and excellence-driven commercial approach.
Bengaluru Marriott Hotel Whitefield is pleased to announce the appointment of Sumin Martin as the new Director of Sales.
The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai International Financial Centre has appointed Shadi Attar as its new director of sales & distribution, strengthening the commercial leadership of one of the city's flagship luxury properties.
RX is pleased to announce that Jamie Harrison, Senior Vice President, Product Development, has been promoted to lead the company's full digital product estate.
Atlantis Dubai is pleased to announce the promotion of Dean Walsh as Executive Director of Sales. In his new role, Dean will lead the global leisure market growth for both Atlantis, The Palm and Atlantis The Royal.
A consummate hospitality professional with dedication to service and attention to detail as her north stars, Gina Genna is the marketing and communications powerhouse at the InterContinental Miami hotel. For the past five years, she has been a driving force as the Director of Marketing for the iconic downtown Miami hotel, cementing its well-earned reputation as a conference and business property, as well as a premier destination for luxury, lifestyle travel. Now, IHG Luxury & Lifestyle Americas is proud to announce Gina's accession to the role of Senior Area Director of Marketing for the Texas region including InterContinental San Antonio and InterContinental Houston, in addition to InterContinental Miami.